Senior Teaching Assistant - SEND & Autism Support

Five Education Recruitment Limited; Kingston St. Mary; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS

Specialist training

Refer a friend bonus

Mentor/ support while you work

Job summary

Five Education Recruitment Limited is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a well-resourced secondary school in Taunton, supporting students with Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities.

The role requires experience with SEND and the ability to adapt materials to diverse learners, with a calm, empathetic and resilient approach. You will work closely with staff to promote inclusion and progress throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with SEND such as autism and ADHD.
• Calm, flexible and empathetic approach to supporting teenagers with varied and complex needs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 or small group support based on individual needs and EHCP targets.
• Adapt learning materials and teaching methods to meet diverse learning styles and developmental levels.
• Support students in developing communication, emotional regulation, and independent learning skills.
• Work closely with teaching staff and the SENDCo to implement effective strategies for engagement and progress.
• Supervise students during break and lunch, ensuring their wellbeing and inclusion throughout the school day.

Skills

SEND experience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Five Education Recruitment Limited is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a well-resourced secondary school in Taunton, supporting students with Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities.

The role requires experience with SEND and the ability to adapt materials to diverse learners, with a calm, empathetic and resilient approach. You will work closely with staff to promote inclusion and progress throughout the day.